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KEY FEATURES
• Regulation modes
- Voltage regulation accuracy:
-/+ 0.25%
- Field current (manual mode)
- Generator power factor
- Grid power factor
- Generator kVAr
• Regulation features
- Voltage equalization
- Droop management
- Cross current compensation
- Soft start
- Load Acceptance Module (L.A.M.)
function to assist during heavy load
application events
The D550 is a digital automatic voltage regulator (AVR) for alternators with - Negative field forcing
rated field current up to 8 A at 55°C.
• kW, kVAr, kVA & PF calculation
It offers a vast array of regulation modes suitable for all power generation
applications, including grid-connected configurations. • Protections & Limitations
- Under and over field current
The D550 also integrates a visual interface through the EasyReg Advanced limitation
software, which allows the user to read the configuration values and - Loss of field sensing
parameters. It can also be configured directly via USB without external power - Generator under/over voltage
supply. - Loss of sensing
- V/Hz regulation mode
The D550 also includes several protections and functions to keep the
- Diode fault monitor
alternator running in full safe operation, in particular settings to comply with
public network connection instructions (grid code). • Data logger (option)
The communication port is CANJ1939 compatible. • Synchronization monitoring
• Events log
DIMENSIONS
© Nidec 2019. The information contained in this brochure is for guidance only and does not form part of any contract. The accuracy cannot be guaranteed as Nidec have an ongoing process of
development and reserve the right to change the specification of their products without notice.
Moteurs Leroy-Somer
Boulevard Marcellin Leroy - CS 10015
16915 Angoulême cedex 9 - France
T: +33 (0)5 45 64 45 64
www.leroy-somer.com
The information provided in this note apply specifically to D550 AVR used with a Grid Code certification.
As described in the document D550 firmware versioning for Grid Code (provided before certification),
Nidec Leroy-Somer has different levels of evolution in the embedded firmware depending on the
designated implementation.
In case of Grid Code certification, following the document recommendation, you have to write in the
certificate, AVR embedded firmware version : GC 1.
In accordance with this note, the D550 firmware version 1.2.7 has only an impact on the application part
and not on the Grid Code part of the Nidec Leroy-Somer software architecture.
The graphics below provide records which compare systems behaviours between the two versions of the
firmware.
Moteurs Leroy-Somer
Siege social : Boulevard Marcellin Leroy CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême cedex 9 - France
SAS au capital de 38 679 664 € - RCS Angoulême 338 567 258
T: +33 (0)5 45 64 45 64
www.leroy-somer.com
- Voltage regulation setpoint change steps
Moteurs Leroy-Somer
Siege social : Boulevard Marcellin Leroy CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême cedex 9 - France
SAS au capital de 38 679 664 € - RCS Angoulême 338 567 258
T: +33 (0)5 45 64 45 64
www.leroy-somer.com
- Reactive power regulation setpoint change steps.
Moteurs Leroy-Somer
Siege social : Boulevard Marcellin Leroy CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême cedex 9 - France
SAS au capital de 38 679 664 € - RCS Angoulême 338 567 258
All necessary operations and interventions on this © - We reserve the right to modify the characteristics
machine must be performed by a qualified of this product at any time in order to incorporate
technician. the latest technological developments. The
information contained in this document may
Our technical support service will be pleased to therefore be changed without notice.
provide any additional information you may require.
This document may not be reproduced in any form
The various operations described in this manual without prior authorisation.
are accompanied by recommendations or symbols All brands and models have been registered and
to alert the user to potential risks of accidents. It is patents applied for.
vital that you understand and take notice of the fol-
lowing warning symbols.
WARNING
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VT Voltage transformer, in this manual a voltage transformer is used both for the power
supply and for measuring the voltage.
AREP Auxiliary windings installed in the machine which are used to supply the AVR with power.
They often consist of 2 windings: the first “H1” which is affected by voltage variations, the
second “H3” which is affected by current variations.
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MOTEURS LEROY-SOMER
Boulevard Marcellin Leroy, CS 10015
16915 ANGOULEME Cedex 9
France
Tel: +33 2 38 62 40 00
The purpose of this AVR is to regulate alternators with a field current of less than or equal to 7A in
continuous operations, and 15A maximum in the event of short-circuit for 10 seconds maximum.1
It is designed for mounting in a generator terminal box or a control cabinet. It must be installed in
compliance with local protection and safety standards, especially those specific to electrical
installations with a maximum voltage of 300VAC phase/neutral.
It takes the form of a compact unit with a set of connectors and USB on the front.
1These values are given for a temperature of 70°C. See the detailed technical specification for the full range of
values.
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• Voltage regulation
• With or without quadrature droop to allow parallel machine operation (1F)
• With or without cross-current compensation
• With or without load compensation2
• Matching of the machine voltage and grid voltage prior to connection to a grid (called “3F” or
“U=U”)
• Power factor regulation, only when the alternator is connected to a grid (2F)
• Reactive power (kVAr) regulation, only when the alternator is connected to a grid
• Regulation of cos phi at the installation delivery point within the drive system capacity, from an
analog input (remote measurement mode by a converter supplied by the customer) or by
directly calculating the power factor at the delivery point.3
• Regulation of the field current, or manual mode, which allows direct control of the field current
value
2 Quadrature droop, cross-current and load compensation cannot be enabled at the same time and require the use
of a current transformer. Cross current requires the use of an additional CT.
3 Obligation to have the Grid code VTs and Grid code current measurement CT placed at the delivery point and wired
on the D550.
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The various data items of faults, regulation modes or measurements can be delivered to the 8
digital configurable outputs and/or 4 analog configurable outputs (4-20 mA, 0-10 V, ±10 V).
• AC power supply:
• 4 terminals for PMG, AREP, SHUNT
• 2 independent circuits
• Range 50-277VAC (115 % max. 2 minutes)
• Max. consumption < 3000VA
• Field excitation:
• Rated 7A at 70°C max. – 8A at 55°C
• Short-circuit 15A max. for 10 seconds
• Field winding resistance > 4 ohms
• DC auxiliary supply:
• Range 8-35VDC (rated power: 12V or 24V)
• Consumption < 1A
• Frequency measurement:
• Range 30-400 Hz
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• Voltage adjustment range: 0 to 150% of the rated voltage (can be controlled via internal
setpoint, volt-free contacts, analog input or CANBUS)
• Under frequency protection: threshold adjustable in increments of 0.1 Hz, adjustable slope k
x V/Hz where 0.5<k<5
• Assistance with load reconnection for the prime mover: LAM, gradual increase, etc.
• Weight: 850g
• AVR parameters: set using software EasyReg Advanced (available for download) or via the
CANBUS communication interface
• Conformity to standards:
• EMC: IEC 61000-6-2, IEC 61000-6-4
• Safety: IEC 61010-1 (CAT III, Pol.2)
• Environment: IEC 60068-1
• Dry heat: IEC 60068-2-2
• Damp heat: IEC 60028-2-30 and IEC 60068-2-78
• Cold: IEC 60068-2-1
• Thermal cycling: IEC 60068-2-14
• Vibration, shock: IEC 60068-2-6 and IEC 60068-2-27
• Approvals:
• UL(USA, Canada), EC
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When mounting the AVR in a cabinet, it must be positioned to allow air to circulate freely in
the heatsink and around the product. It is therefore recommended that the AVR is mounted
horizontally at the base of the cabinet so that the heatsink is positioned vertically.
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Note: All the 0V terminals on the electronic control board are connected to this earth terminal.
It is essential to comply with the power connection diagrams recommended in this manual.
The D550 includes devices which, in the event of problems, can de-energize or over excite the
generator. The generator itself can also become jammed for mechanical reasons. Finally, voltage
fluctuations or power cuts may also cause the unit to stop.
The D550 is designed to be integrated in an installation or electrical machine and can under no
circumstances be considered of the safety device. It is therefore the responsibility of the machine
manufacturer, the designer of the installation or the user to take all necessary precautions to ensure
that the system complies with current standards, and to provide any devices required to ensure the
safety of the equipment and personnel (especially direct contact with connectors when the AVR is
running).
LEROY-SOMER declines all responsibility in the event of the above recommendations not being
observed.
The various interventions described in this manual are accompanied by recommendations or symbols
to alert the user to potential risks of accidents. It is vital that you understand and comply with the
various warning symbols below.
• Throughout the manual, this symbol warns against consequences which may arise from
inappropriate use of the AVR, since electrical risks may lead to material or physical damage as
well as constituting a fire hazard.
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The electrical installation must comply with the relevant specifications (for example conductor cross-
sections, protection via fused circuit-breaker, or/and connection of protective conductor). More
detailed information is given in this manual.
Instructions for an installation which meets the requirements for electromagnetic compatibility, such
as screening, earthing, presence of filters and correct insertion of cables and conductors, are also
given in this manual. These instructions must be followed in all cases, even if the AVR carries the CE
mark. Adherence to the limits given in the EMC legislation is the responsibility of the manufacturer of
the installation or the machine.
For EU application: Instrument transformers shall provide basic insulation according to the
requirements of IEC 61869-1, “ Instrument transformers – Part 1: General requirements “ and IEC
61869-2, “ Additional requirements for current transformers"
For US application: Instrument transformers shall provide basic insulation according to the
requirements of IEEE C57.13, “Requirements for Instrument Transformers,” and IEEE C57.13.2,
“Conformance Test Procedure for Instrument Transformers."
1.10. Operation
Installations incorporating D550s must be fitted with additional protection and monitoring devices as
laid down in the current relevant safety regulations: law on technical equipment, accident prevention
regulations, etc. Modifications to the D550 parameters using control software are permitted.
Active parts of the device and live power connections must not be touched immediately after the D550
is powered down, as the capacitors may still be charged. In view of this, the warnings fixed to the
voltage regulators must be observed.
During operation, all doors and protective covers must be kept closed.
1.11. Service and maintenance
Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation.
Our technical support service will be pleased to provide you with any additional information you may
require.
This manual is to be given to the end user.
1.12. Protection of component
The AVR auxiliary power supply, which sources the product’s internal power supplies, is essential for
AVR operation. It must be protected by a 1A fast-acting fuse (Mersen 250FA 1A- E76491 or
equivalent).
Similarly, the AVR AC power supplies, which generate the field current, must be protected by CC
class fast-blow fuses (15A max.) or a listed circuit-breaker (10A max.).
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Four M5 or M6 screws are used to fix the AVR in position. These screws must be tightened to the
rated torque of 2.5 Nm.
The product has to be placed with enough space around the heat sink in order to have sufficient
cooling.
Ventilation, cooling or even heating system may be needed to keep the AVR within the environmental
limits described earlier.
Note: If you wish to integrate components which do not comply with the above minimum
prerequisites, please consult technical support.
While the AVR is running, do not unplug any connectors or make any wiring
modifications, as this may lead to electric shock and/or destruction of the AVR
and/or damage to the alternator.
The same goes for modifications to the main alternator settings, such as: machine
data, voltage and current measurement transformer wiring, upper or lower
reference limits, starting control, etc., which must be made when the alternator
stopped.
The D550 operating ranges must always be adhered to. Changing the settings to inappropriate
voltages or currents may cause partial or total destruction of the AVR and/or alternator.
The power input must be protected by a circuit-breaker or fuses in order to avoid irreparable damage
to the AVR in the event of short-circuit or voltage surge. See section 1.12.
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Voltage transformers are mandatory if the alternator voltage measurement is higher than 480 VAC
rms phase-to-phase (686 VAC rms maximum for 10 seconds).
OR
Phase/Phase
U
W
W
U
N
V
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3-Phase
Note: The software configuration for the alternator voltage and current measurement
connections must be consistent with the wiring diagram on the alternator. If there is only one
current transformer, it should be mounted on phase U or V. If this wiring is not complied with,
the resulting power and power factor calculations will be incorrect. It also depends on the
direction of rotation. If necessary, see the appendix for examples of vector permutations.
For greater accuracy, there are 2 possible measurement ranges (configured automatically according
to the measured voltage):
Measurement ranges
Low range 110 VAC RMS Max
High range 530 VAV RMS Max
Voltage transformers are mandatory if the grid voltage measurement is higher than 480VAC rms
phase-to-phase (686VAC rms maximum for 10 seconds).
Phase/Phase
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• PT100
• CTP Alternator with 1 temperature sensor
• CTP Alternator with 3 temperature sensors in series
• CTP User (configurable)
PT100:
Only 2-wire Pt100 temperature sensors can be connected. If using 3- or 4-wire temperature
sensors, the compensation wires must be connected to their equivalent measurement wires:
Without compensation
The measurement range for these temperature sensor inputs is between -50°C and 250°C. For
each connected sensor, two thresholds can be defined: the alarm threshold and the trip threshold.
CTP:
The measurement range for these inputs is between 130Ω and 4700Ω. A single threshold - the trip
threshold - can be defined for each connected sensor.
CAUTION: The temperature inputs are non-isolated and referenced to the product the ground.
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Potentiometer
4-20mA
+/-10V
0/+10V
Each input is defined by a destination parameter and its signal type (potentiometer, 4-20mA, ±10V,
0/10V) and by its minimum and maximum limits. The 10V is only present on the terminal block to give
a voltage reference or when using potentiometers with values higher than 1kΩ configured in 0-10V
mode with a 3-wire connection.
CAUTION: The analog inputs are non-isolated. The 0V is referenced to the product earth.
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4-20mA
+/-10V
0/+10V
Each output is defined by a source parameter and its signal type (4-20mA, ±10V, 0/10V) and by
its minimum and maximum limits.
CAUTION: The analog outputs are non-isolated. The 0V is referenced to the product
earth.
• Digital outputs:
Each digital output has a MOSFET transistor with open drain. They can each support a maximum
voltage of 30VDC and a maximum current of 150mA.
Digital output
They are configured by a source parameter (alarm, regulation mode in progress, etc.) and their
activation mode: normally open (active low) or normally closed (active high).
CAUTION: The digital outputs are non-isolated. The 0V is referenced to the product earth.
Watch out for the risk of reversed polarity on the voltage which could cause the output to
break.
• Digital inputs:
Each digital input should be controlled by a volt-free contact.
Digital input
They are configured by a destination parameter (control of a regulation mode, starting, etc.) and their
activation mode: normally open (active low) or normally closed (active high).
CAUTION: The digital inputs are non-isolated. The 0V is referenced to the product earth.
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The relay outputs are volt-free contacts, isolated from the product earth. They can withstand a
maximum voltage of 125VAC-5A or 30VDC-3A maximum.
The maximum transient load power of the relay is 90W/1290VA.
Relay output
They are configured by a source parameter (alarm, regulation mode in progress, etc.) and their
activation mode: normally open (active low) or normally closed (active high).
The auxiliary power supply is used to produce the voltages needed for the AVR measurement, control
and monitoring circuits. The permitted voltage range is 8VDC to 35VDC. The recommended supply
voltages are 12VDC to 14VDC or 24VDC to28 VDC.
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The D550 power stage can take several different source types: SHUNT, PMG, AREP, or external
power supply. This stage consists of rectifier diodes as in the electrical schematic below.
Note: According power supply, a suitable capacitor preloading system will be implemented to
avoid damaging them. Total capacitor value: 940 µF. Maximum preloading current: 2 A
The maximum power supply voltage is 300 VAC between each of the connection points X1, X2, Z1,
Z2. For applications in the USA, this power input must be protected by class CC fuses (15 A max.) or
an inverse time circuit-breaker (10 A max.).
AREP
PMG
Phase/neutral SHUNT
(low voltage)
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Exciter Field : F+ F-
The alternator current can be measured on 1 phase or 3 phases. When mounting a single CT, it can
be mounted on phase U or phase V.
P1 S1
S1
IU
P2
S2
S2
S1
IV
With only one CT S2
S1
IW
S2
W
U
N
V
OR
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For cross current compensation, the measurement inputs from the parallel operation CT
(if connected) and the cross current CT are fixed:
• The parallel operation CT must be mounted on phase U.
• The cross current CT must be mounted on phase V.
P1 S1
S1
IU
S2
Alternator current P2 S2
measurement CT P1 S1
(mounted on phase U) S1
and cross current IV
S2
measurement CT P2 S2
(mounted on phase V)
S1
IW
S2
W
U
N
V
The loop wiring between the alternators must respect the diagram below (example for x alternators
equipped with D550).456
4 If the machine is not operating, contact K must be closed. It must be open if the machine is operating.
5 The differential current loop does not allow power ratings to be calculated on the D550. If this kind of
measurement is essential for the application to operate correctly, an additional CT must be connected to the
alternator current measurement input.
6 1 ohm resistors must be connected to the cross current input on each AVR.
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Alternator current
measurement CT
(mounted on phase U)
and grid current
measurement CT
(mounted on phase V)
Note: If the CTs are not installed on the phases indicated, it will be possible to change the
phase angle in the configuration.
For information, the resistance at 20°C in m/m for copper cables is approximately:
Cross-section (mm²) Resistance (m/m)
1.5 13.3
2.5 7.98
4 4.95
6 3.3
10 1.91
Calculation example:
For a 10 exciter
• Maximum cable resistance = 0.5 (2 x 0.25)
• Cross-section as a function of the distance between the AVR and the alternator:
Distance (m) Cross-section (mm²)
30 2.5
50 4
75 6
100 10
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• Example no. 1: The alternator is only connected to a load (factory, lighting, pump, etc.)
Load
G D550
• There is no need to measure the alternator current. In this example, no power rating can be
indicated, and the stator current limit cannot be enabled, nor load compensation nor
quadrature droop.
• Field current regulation is optional. In this case, the reference must be permanently set so
that it matches the existing load and will not risk any damage to the load or the machine (risk
of overvoltage or under voltage and risk of over excitation).
7 The following schematics are given for information only, they do not take into account any step-up transformers or
voltage sensing transformers. The presence of a transformer for measuring the alternator current is however
indicated depending on the regulation mode.
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Load
• In order to divide the load reactive power equally between all the machines which are
running, select one of the two following modes:
• Quadrature droop: voltage drop according to the percentage of rated reactive load applied
to the machine. In this case, alternator current measurement is mandatory on the
alternator current measurement input.
• Cross current: reactive load sharing from a current loop. In this case, a dedicated CT
needs to be connected and a current loop needs to be created on the “Cross current”
input. Consult technical support for more information.
• Note: Load compensation cannot be enabled if quadrature droop or cross current is active.
• Field current regulation is optional. In this case, the reference must be permanently set so
that it matches the existing load and will not risk damaging the load or the machine (risk of
overvoltage or under voltage and over excitation).
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Grid code
Coupling
circuit-breaker
G D550
• The AVR is operating in voltage regulation mode when the alternator starts. Quadrature
droop or cross-current correction is not needed only if the alternator is connected to the grid.
• The voltage match circuit is used to adjust the alternator voltage to the grid voltage
prior to connection. This can be done automatically by directly measuring the voltage after
the coupling circuit breaker, or by changing the alternator reference.
• Regulation of the alternator power factor, kVAr, or power factor at one point of the grid
must be enabled once the coupling circuit breaker is closed.
• Alternator current measurement is essential in all these regulation scenarios.
• Regulation of the power factor at one point of the grid also requires alternator voltage and
current measurements, measurement of the grid voltage and current at the required point
(in this case, the power factor is calculated by the D550).
• Field current regulation is optional. In this case, the reference must be permanently set so
that it matches the existing load and will not risk damaging the load or the machine.
Note: Different regulation types have priority. The order is as follows (highest priority down
to lowest priority):
• Field current
• If the grid code connection contactor is closed:
• Grid power factor
• Alternator kVAr
• Alternator power factor
• Voltage matching circuit
• Voltage
See appendix 8.2 for AVR regulation .
8 A grid is deemed to be any electricity supply whose power rating is at least ten times higher than the alternator
rated power.
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Also, see the schematic for the alternator on which your AVR is installed.
3.3. Protection functions
The D550 integrates certain protection devices:
• Under voltage (Code ANSI 27);
• Open diode and diode short-circuited failures
• Overvoltage (Code ANSI 59);
• Under frequency (Code ANSI 81L);
• Over frequency (Code ANSI 81H);
• Active reverse power (Code ANSI 32P);
• Reactive reverse power (Code ANSI 32Q);
• Synchro check (Code ANSI 25).
4. Communication
4.1. USB
• For “USB” communication, use the dedicated cable with connector USB “A” on computer side,
and USB “B” connector on AVR side
• If a D550 is connected, it must appear on the bottom left of the PC software EasyReg
Advanced:
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More detail about the frame generate and received by this product are available in D550 CAN bus
documentation reference 5806.
4.3. LED
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Note: This program is only compatible with computers running WINDOWS® versions
Windows 7 and Windows 10 operating systems.
Execute this program, checking first that you have “Administrator” rights for your terminal.
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Step 3: Once installation is complete, you can choose to start the software (box ticked by default)
and to manage the shortcuts. Click on “Done” to quit the installation page.
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- Expert: for full access to the different functions of the regulator in read and write modes.
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• “Home” tab:
New Configuration Open a file of your choice or open Open the configuration window
recent files (general information about the
alternator, references, limits, etc.)
• “Communication” tab:
Load the parameters into the D550 Back to the factory setting
Note: Before parameters are exported the user will be asked to confirm and to check the product
status (regulation in progress or not). If regulation is in progress, confirmation is requested again.
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Mosaic open
windows
• “Information” tab:
Language Technical
selection support help
The D550 is equipped with running hours counter accessible in the « About » window (given
in hours and minutes).
Note: This counter is updated every 10min and only when the voltage regulation setpoint is
reached.
The firmware update can also be done in this window as shown next.
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Firmware
upgrade
Communication between the D550 and the PC software. When the communication is established,
a confirmation message is displayed on the bottom left of the PC software as shown below.
Note: More details of these pages are given in the sections describing how to create a new
customized configuration.
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Customized configuration:
Limits: this page contains the parameter settings for the various machine limits (maximum and
minimum field current, stator current limit).
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One page allows doing some faults groups or summarize information as “fault synthesis”.
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• Curve functions: this page is used to define the control functions of a parameter as a function
of another by plotting 5 points.
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• Data logger: this function is available when the optional modules Easy Log or Easy Log PS are
connected from the CAN page. It allows to define the parameters and triggers for saving in a log
file. The various operating modes for these triggers, the parameter trigger values and the
sampling speed can be configured.
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• Grid code: This function is available when the optional modules Easy Log or Easy Log PS are
connected This page is used to define the parameters dedicated to grid code protections.
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5.1.6.1. Curves
Each curve is described by: its color, its source parameter, its minimum and maximum values. It
has its own axis, which is the same color as the curve.
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NB: When you no longer wish to change the color, just click outside the palette. It
will be closed automatically.
• If the box was not already selected, the window with the list of parameters opens directly.
• Select the parameter you wish to track from the drop-down list. This parameter can be an
analog or digital value (regulation mode for example).
• Click “OK” to use the selected parameter, or “Cancel” if you don’t wish to change
anything.
• Refine the plotting range: change the minimum and maximum values if necessary. These
values are taken into account and the trace is re-scaled as soon as one of the boxes is
exited or the keypad “Enter” key is pressed.
When the monitor is on, the current value appears in square brackets.
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• If the box was not already selected, the window with the list of parameters opens directly.
• Select the parameter you wish to track from the drop-down list. This parameter can be an
analog or digital value (regulation mode for example).
• Click “OK” to use the selected parameter, or “Cancel” if you don’t wish to change
anything.
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• Click on the “Start a transient test” button. The following window opens:
The test then starts. Steps in progress are shown by the reference turning green.
Note:
• This test can be stopped at any time by clicking on the “Stop the transient test”
button. The display then reverts to the original reference.
• Transient tests cannot be performed if the control reference input is controlled by an
analog input, as this control mode has priority.
• During this transient test, the defined minimum and maximum upper and lower limits
are not exceeded.
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By clicking on this folder’s right-hand arrow, you can choose to also open a file saved in “.csv”
format. Caution, only files generated by the software can be opened.
When a curve in “.csv” format is opened, the curve configuration in progress is replaced by the
saved curve configuration.
By clicking on this folder’s right-hand arrow, you can choose to also save the oscilloscope
curves as a “.csv” file.
5.1.6.7. Change the background of the grid plotting area and the thickness of the
curves
The oscilloscope background color can be changed to white by clicking on “ ”. To switch back
to black, click on “ ”. Click “ ” to change the grid display. The “ ” button is used to select
from 4 different curve thicknesses.
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It is fully configurable and the various objects can be added, moved, modified and/or deleted.
Gauge
PQ diagram I/O
Temperatures Fresnel
diagram
Synchroscope
Status
and faults
Phase shifts
Sampling rate
Delete an object
• Click “OK” to use the selected parameter, or “Cancel” if you don’t wish to change anything.
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5.1.7.2. Graph
To add a new graph:
• Click on the “Graph” button, a window is opened.
• Select the parameter you wish to track from the drop-down list. This parameter can be an
analog or digital value (regulation mode for example).
• Click “OK” to use the selected parameter, or “Cancel” if you don’t wish to change anything.
• The graph is then inserted in the monitor in the first free slot (from left to right and then from
top to bottom).
5.1.7.3. Gauges
To add a new gauge:
• Click on the “Gauge” button, a window is opened.
• Select the parameter you wish to track from the drop-down list. This parameter can be an
analog or digital value (regulation mode for example).
• Click “OK” to use the selected parameter, or “Cancel” if you don’t wish to change anything.
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5.1.7.5. I/O
To add the I/O module, click on the corresponding button. The module is then inserted in the
monitor in the first free slot (from left to right and then from top to bottom).
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5.1.7.7. Synchronization
To add the synchronization module, click on the corresponding button. The module is then
inserted in the monitor in the first free slot (from left to right and then from top to bottom).
In the left-hand section, the gauge indicates the angle difference between the grid and
alternator voltages. In the right-hand section, the graph indicates with a red dot whether the
difference in frequency and voltage between the alternator and the grid voltage is in the
configured range.
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This module contains the D550 operating information, the regulation mode in progress, as well
as the list of active faults.
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Exit “Edit mode” either by pressing the “Esc” key or by right-clicking in the monitor area and
deselecting “Edit mode”.
Exit “Edit mode” either by pressing the “Esc” key or by right-clicking in the monitor area and
deselecting “Edit mode”.
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Note: It will be possible to create a quick configuration and refine the parameters on the last
configuration page (the PID gains page) by continuing the configuration in advanced mode.
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This configuration window consists of several pages for configuring the entire alternator operation.
To scroll through the pages use the “Next” or “Previous” buttons or click on the list of pages.
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• Describe all the alternator characteristics: voltage (in Volts), apparent power (in kVA), frequency
(in Hz), and power factor.
• Fields: rated current, reactive power and active power are calculated automatically.
• The ratio of the number of poles to give an accurate analysis of rotating diode failure is based
on the current harmonics analysis (number of exciter poles divided by the number of machine
poles). The default value is 0 and is based on the level of field current ripple.
• Describe all the field excitation characteristics: exciter field resistance (in ohms), shutdown field
current (in Amps), and rated field current (in Amps).
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Note: By default, the alternator voltage measurement and the grid code voltage
measurement are shown.
In this window, it is possible to adjust the primary and secondary winding currents (in A) and
also to select whether the measurement is taken for all or part of the alternator winding:
• Once this window has been closed, it is possible to adjust the various parameters.
• Indicate the IT configuration using the drop-down menu.
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Note:
• The phase shift value should be set during tests and commissioning. It is used to
compensate for the phase difference caused by the CTs and VTs.
• If an isolation CT is present, the secondary parameter value should correspond to the
isolation CT secondary.
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• Step-up VT:
• This VT corresponds to a power transformer which can be found between the alternator and
the grid. It makes it easier to calculate the voltage when matching the grid voltage, especially
if the ratios between the primary and secondary on the various measurement VTs are not
identical.
• The “primary” corresponds to the machine (on the production side) and the secondary on the
grid side.
Step-up VT
Grid code voltage measurement
Voltage reference
G D550
• Hence when matching the grid voltage, the voltage reference given to the AVR is calculated
using the formula below:
𝑆𝑡𝑒𝑝 − 𝑢𝑝 𝑉𝑇 𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑚𝑎𝑟𝑦
𝑉𝑜𝑙𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑓𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒 = 𝐺𝑟𝑖𝑑 𝑐𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝑣𝑜𝑙𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑚𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 ×
𝑆𝑡𝑒𝑝 − 𝑢𝑝 𝑉𝑇 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑟𝑦
• If this is present, tick the box. The various parameters can then be set.
• Indicate the primary and secondary winding voltages (in Volts)
Note: A phase shift adjustment is used to take the specific coupling characteristics of this step-
up transformer into account.
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• This limit corresponds to the absorption limit defined in the capability curve. It is drawn thanks 5
points which define the areas. We recommend using kVAr values slightly higher than the curve
point so that the alternator can operate in complete safety. These points are defined as a
percentage of kVA. Example of a capability curve:
By choosing the points carefully, the software representation gives a similar diagram:
• This limit is enabled in generator power factor regulation, kVAr regulation or grid power
factor regulation mode. It can also be enabled in voltage regulation mode by checking the
“Enable under excitation limitation on voltage regulation mode” box. In this case, the
regulation PID gains need to be defined.
• As soon as the operating point reaches this limit, the field current is controlled so that the
alternator remains in the range defined by the capability curve.
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• This limit is divided into 3 different parts using 3 points which define the areas. These points are
determined according to the machine capability. The common adjustment values are:
• 2.5 time of the rated field current for 10 seconds for the stator short-circuit
• 1.5 times the rated field current for 10 seconds up to 120 seconds
• 1.1 times the rated field current for 10 seconds up to 3600 seconds
• As soon as the field current exceeds the value of the rated current, a counter is triggered. The
S1 “field current measurement x time” area (shown in red below) is then compared with the
“maximum field current x time” area (shown in blue below). If S1 equals S2, the limit is active
and the D550 limits the field current to 99% of the rated current (which in this case results in the
interruption of the regulation mode in progress).
S2
S1
• If the limit is active, in order to protect the machine, it is only possible to have a current
higher than 99% of the rated current after 24 hrs.
• The principle of this limit is identical to the limit of maximum field current.
• It can only be enabled if there is at least one stator current measurement CT present.
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• As soon as the stator current exceeds the value of the rated current, a counter is triggered. The
S1 “stator current measurement x time” area (shown in red below) is then compared with the
“maximum stator current x time” area (shown in blue below). If S1 area equals S2, the limit is
active and the D550 limits the stator current to 99% of the rated current (which in this case
results in the voltage reference not being tracked).
• It is also possible to limit the stator current value permanently by checking the “Permanent
alternator current limit” box. In the example above, the stator current cannot exceed 320% of
the rated current. The regulation loop gain can also be adjusted. This limit is useful for motor
starting to limit the current delivered and ensure a gradual speed pick-up:
When the breaker is closed between the motor and the generator, the D550 continues regulating
the voltage until the stator current measured reaches the limitation value. In this case, the D550
regulates the stator current. When the motor reaches its rated speed, the current will decrease
naturally and the voltage will increase. The D550 will then return to voltage regulation mode.
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If the motor breaker is closed before energizing, this limitation has the priority and ramp time is not
respected.
Note: During the motor starting, all the other limitations, faults and protections (under
voltage, over voltage, stator limitation, under speed, under excitation, over excitation) has
to be inactivated.
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• Under frequency and over frequency: These protections can be enabled by ticking the
checkboxes “Activation” and defining a frequency value and a delay before the activation of the
protection. In the case below:
• Under frequency fault is activated if the generator frequency is less than 47Hz for at least 1
seconds. This fault is active only if the regulation is enabled.
• Over frequency fault is active if the generator frequency is higher than 53Hz for at least 1
seconds.
• Diode fault: These protections can be enabled by ticking the checkboxes “Activation” and
defining a percentage of harmonics of the field current and a delay before the activation of the
protection.
• If the pole ratio (number of exciter poles divided by the number of poles of the generator) is
known, the percentage of harmonics supervised by the AVR is the sum of the two harmonics
closer of the ratio. For example, for an exciter of 16 poles, and a generator of 6 poles, pole
ratio is 2.66, so the percentage of harmonics 2 and 3 are summed.
• If the pole ratio is unknown, percentage of harmonics supervised by the AVR is the sum of all
of harmonics.
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• Start motor fault: This protection can be enabled by ticking the checkbox “Activation” and
defining a delay. In the case below, fault is activated if the generator voltage is less than the
voltage setpoint when the 30 second delay is complete. See the “Stator current limit” section for
more information.
• Active power reversal: this protection device can be enabled by ticking the checkbox
“Activation” and defining an active power threshold (as a percentage of the rated active power),
as well as a delay before activation of the protection device.
Note: In this case, the power is negative, in other words the alternator is then in “motor”
mode.
• Reactive power reversal: this protection device can be enabled by ticking the checkbox
“Activation” and defining a reactive power threshold (as a percentage of the rated reactive
power), as well as a delay before activation of the protection device.
• Loss of sensing: this protection can be enabled by ticking the checkbox “Activation” and
defining a voltage threshold in percentage of the generator voltage setpoint, as well as a delay
before activation of the protection device. In the case below, the fault is activated if the
generator voltage is less than 20% of the voltage setpoint after 1 second.
This function is deactivated during the short circuit, the soft start and when the voltage is
regulated according to the U/F slope.
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In the case below, this fault is activated if the percentage of unbalance is at least 20% after 1
second.
• Short-circuit: this protection can be enabled by ticking the checkbox “Activation” and defining a
minimum stator current threshold in percentage of the generator rated current, as well as a
delay before activation of the protection device. In the case below, the fault is active if the
generator current measurement is higher than 200% of the rated stator current after 10
seconds.
• Unbalance current: this protection can be enabled by ticking the checkbox “Activation” and
defining a percentage of current unbalance as well as a delay before activation of the protection
device. Calculation of the current unbalance is realized with the same formula as the unbalance
voltage.
This function is deactivated during the soft start.
In the case below, this fault is activated if the percentage of unbalance is at least 20% after 1
second.
• Power supply fault: this protection can be enabled by ticking the checkbox “Activation". It’s the
result of a control of supply voltage of the D550. In the case below, the fault is active if the
supply voltage is below at 10 V during 10s or more.
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• Power bridge overload detected: this protection can be enabled by ticking the checkbox
“Activation” and defining a percentage of current unbalance as well as a delay before activation
of the protection device. In the case below, the fault is active if the field current is higher than 1A
after 30 seconds.
• Temperature protection: these protections can be enabled by ticking the checkbox “Activation”
and defining the trip and alarm temperature thresholds. The screenshot below demonstrates
RTD 1 only (identical for RTD 1 to 5).
On the last protections page, fault groups can be defined: all protections can be grouped to
activate one or several signals (digital output for example) to do a synthesis of several faults. If one
of these faults is activated, the entire group is activated. This information can be a destination for
one output or can be used in logical functions. In the example below, Group 1 corresponds to
speed faults, Group 2 to temperature faults, Group 3 to temperature alarm faults and Group 4 to
voltage unbalance and supply voltage faults.
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R P 5.2.8.1. Starting
• The ramp time corresponds to the time taken to reach the machine’s voltage reference (or
field current reference).
Reference
Time
Field excitation starting time Ramp time
starting
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• Select the field excitation starting mode from the drop-down list. This can be:
• Controlled by a digital input (DI1 to DI8).
• Not controlled directly, but the result of a logic gate for example.
• Always enabled by selecting “Always active”. In this case, the field excitation is always
energized as soon as the product is powered up. This offers two possible scenarios:
• Start on threshold mode is not active: The ramp will then be active as soon as the
alternator starts to rotate, and the reference will be corrected according to the
underspeed slope parameter set in voltage regulation mode (see the next section).
• Start on threshold mode is active. Check the “Start on Threshold (SoT) Mode Active”
box to enable this mode. It is used to start the ramp without taking the alternator speed
into account by using the voltage level present at terminals X1, X2, Z1 and Z2. This
mode operates in two stages:
• Control of power transistor opening is initially maintained at a fixed valued (“Initial
PWM SoT (%)”), until the alternator voltage reaches its defined value (“Voltage
Threshold (V)”).
• As soon as the machine voltage reaches this threshold, voltage regulation becomes
active.
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Threshold in V
Remanent
PWM Time
100%
% PWM
Time
1 2 3
1 Excitation energized
• To stop excitation with starting on threshold, the following 3 conditions must be met:
• Frequency less than the fixed frequency
• DC bus voltage (continuous image of the voltage present at terminals X1, X2, Z1 and
Z2) less than the fixed voltage level
• A delay after validating the previous two conditions
• In the example below, for a 400V alternator:
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• The reference point is determined either by a fixed value in the “Internal setpoint” tab, or by
an analog input, the source, type and range of which need to be defined in the “Setpoint from
analog input” tab.
• If “Internal setpoint” is selected, fill in the voltage reference value. This value can also be
modified via the fieldbus.
• If the “Analog input” option is selected, the “Setpoint from analog input” part becomes
active. Select the desired analog input box, determine its mode (+/-10 V, 0/10 V, 4-20 mA,
potentiometer) and the voltage values at 0% and 100%. 9
Cursor
Note: By moving the cursor, it is possible to view the values obtained on the voltage and
under frequency curves displayed on the right.
• The limits of this reference should be fixed, depending on the machine capability (in the
example below, the minimum voltage reference is 0% of 400 V, and the maximum voltage
reference is 100% of 400 V).
9The voltage terminals can be swapped: the minimum voltage for 100% of the analog input, and the maximum
voltage for 0% of the analog input.
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Note: The “+” and “-” inputs are the same for all regulation modes, but only affect the
regulation modes in which they were enabled.
• Underfrequency: These two fields are used to set the voltage drop as a function of the
alternator speed.
- Knee-point value: The typical values are 48 Hz for an alternator at 50 Hz, 57 Hz for an
alternator with 60 Hz rated frequency and 380 Hz for an alternator at 400 Hz.
- Slope: Adjustable from 0.5 to 3. The higher the slope value, the greater the voltage drop
will be if the drive motor speed drops.
• Quadrature droop: Select the box to enable this function and give a voltage drop
percentage between -20% and +20% (caution, a negative value corresponds to an increase
in voltage). This function is mainly used in the case of alternators operating in parallel with
one another. This value is set to 3% by default.
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Note: If quadrature droop has been enabled, it is no longer possible to have load
compensation or cross-current function.
• Load compensation: Select the box to enable this function and give a voltage reference
change percentage between -20% and +20%. This function is mainly used, depending on the
kVA delivered by the machine, to:
• Increase the voltage reference (with a percentage between 1 and 20%) in the case of
particularly long distribution lines.
• Decrease the voltage reference (with a percentage between -20% and -1%) to balance
the loads for machines connected to a rectifier (DC bus).
Note: If load compensation has been enabled, it is no longer possible to have quadrature
droop or the cross-current function.
• Cross current: Select the box to enable this function and give a voltage correction
percentage as a function of the measured residual kVAr. The system automatically corrects
the voltage (temporarily) to permanently cancel the kVAr difference between machines, yet
without lowering the regulation point. This function requires special wiring.
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• This function is only possible if a cross current CT is wired to the V input on the D550.
• LAM: Load Acceptance Module. This function improves the generator response reducing the
voltage set point during a load impacts.
When generator frequency measured is below the under-speed knee defined in the
configuration (example 48Hz or 57Hz), voltage set point is decreased to a defined value (in
example below, 10% under the rated voltage.
• If frequency continues to fall, the voltage is regulated according to the U/f law.
• Soft voltage recovery helps the speed recovery of the genset: it is given in seconds per
percent of the rated voltage (s/%). For example, the above setting means that if the
frequency decreases by 10% then the progressive rise time will be 1 second
(i.e. 0.100s/% * 10%). Note that if the slope of progressive rise is greater than the U/f law,
then the latter will be used to raise the voltage.
• The frequency stabilization delay corresponds to the waiting time before the voltage
setpoint is raised gradually (according to the increase of the frequency).
• The figure below shows the operating details of the LAM:
Frequency
Knee
Time
Voltage
Soft voltage
recovery
Time
Frequency stabilization
delay
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For each load impact, the voltage attenuation is determined by the formula ∆U = K ×
Ur where Ur is the rated voltage of the alternator.
The frequency stabilization delay corresponds to the waiting time before the voltage setpoint
is raised gradually (according to the increase of the frequency).
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• It can be chosen with kVAr regulation and regulation of the power factor at one point of the
grid for machines connected to the grid.
• This function is used to regulate the power factor at the machine terminals. For this purpose,
the alternator current measurement must be connected (1 or 3 current transformers).
• This regulation is activated by default as soon as the grid breaker is closed. The other
regulation modes kVAr or power factor at a grid point, have the priority on this regulation.
• The reference point is determined either by a fixed value in the “Internal setpoint” tab, or by
an analog input, the source, type and range of which need to be set in the “Setpoint from
analog input” tab.
• If “Internal setpoint” is selected, fill in the voltage reference value. This value can also be
modified via the fieldbus.
• If the “Analog input” option is selected, the “Reference via analog input” part becomes
active. Select the desired analog input box, determine its mode (+/-10 V, 0/10 V, 4-20 mA,
potentiometer) and the power factor values at 0% and 100%. 11
Cursor
Note: By moving the cursor, it is possible to view the power factor reference (blue line) on the
capability diagram located on the right of the page.
11The power factor reference can be swapped and the limits reversed: the minimum power factor for 100% of the
analog input, and the maximum power factor for 0% of the analog input.
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• With a fixed reference, the reference can be adjusted by two inputs (up and down), one
pulse corresponding to going up one “step” or down one “step”. Both the inputs, the value of
the step and the delay need to be fixed, and this adjustment is enabled by setting the
selector to “Active”.
Note: The “+” and “-” inputs are the same for all regulation modes.
• The limits of this reference should be fixed according to the machine capability (in the
example below, the power factor reference is fixed between 1 and 0.8 (supplying reactive
power as seen by the generator)).
These reference limits define the light green area on the capability diagram in which the
reference can vary.
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• The other options are regulation of the generator power factor or regulation of the power
factor at one point of the grid for machines connected to the grid (see steps 10 and 12).
• This regulation is used to regulate the kVAr value at the machine terminals. For this purpose
the alternator current measurement must be connected (1 or 3 current transformers).
• To enable kVAr regulation, select the activation type from the drop-down list. This can be:
• Controlled by a digital input (DI1 to DI8).
• Always enabled by selecting “Always active”. In this case, kVAr regulation is always
active, depending on the order of priority of the regulations.
• If “None” is selected, kVAr regulation is never enabled or is enabled by a logic gate.
• The home reference point is determined either by a fixed value in the “Internal setpoint”
tab, or by an analog input, the source, type and range of which need to be set in the
“Setpoint from analog input” tab.
• If “Internal setpoint” is selected, fill in the voltage reference value. This value can also be
modified via the fieldbus.
• If the “Analog input” option is selected, the “Reference via analog input” part becomes
active. Select the desired analog input box, determine its mode (+/-10 V, 0/10 V, 4-20 mA,
potentiometer) and the kVar values at 0% and 100%. 12
12The kVAr regulation terminals can be swapped and the limits reversed: the minimum value for 100% of the
analog input, and the maximum value for 0% of the analog input.
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Cursor
Note: By moving the cursor, it is possible to view the kVAr regulation (blue line) on the
capability diagram located on the right of the page.
• With a fixed reference, the reference can be adjusted by two inputs (up and down), one
pulse corresponding to going up one “step” or down one “step”. Both the inputs, the value of
the step and the delay need to be fixed, and this adjustment is enabled by setting the
selector to “Active”.
Note: The “+” and “-” inputs are the same for all regulation modes.
• The limits of this reference should be fixed according to the machine capability (in the
example below, the kVAr regulation is fixed between -10% of the alternator rated kVA power
(drawing reactive power as seen by the generator) and 62% of the alternator rated kVA
power (supplying reactive power as seen by the generator)).
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These reference limits define the light green area on the capability diagram in which the
reference can vary.
• This regulation must be enabled as soon as the machine is connected to the grid “grid
contactor closing” data item) and disabled as soon as the machine is disconnected from the
grid. The grid connection contactor source should be stated at the bottom of the page:
• The other options are regulation of the generator power factor and kVAr regulation for
machines connected to the grid (see steps 10 and 11).
• This regulation is used to regulate the power factor at one point of the grid. For this purpose,
the alternator current measurement must be connected.
• To enable regulation of the power factor at one point of the grid, select the activation type
from the drop-down list. This can be:
• Controlled by a digital input (DI1 to DI8).
• Always enabled by selecting “Always active”. In this case, regulation of the power factor at
one point of the grid is always enabled, according to the order of priority of the regulations.
• If “None” is selected, regulation of the power factor at one point of the grid is never
enabled or is enabled by a logic gate.
• The home reference point is determined either by a fixed value in the “Internal setpoint”
tab, or by an analog input, the source, type and range of which need to be set in the
“Setpoint from analog input” tab.
• If “Internal setpoint” is selected, fill in the voltage reference value. This value can also be
modified via the fieldbus.
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Cursor
Note: By moving the cursor, it is possible to view the power factor reference (blue line) on the
capability diagram located on the right of the page.
Note: This capability diagram is fictitious because it describes evolution of the power
factor at one point of the grid, not at the alternator terminals.
• With a fixed reference, the reference can be adjusted by two inputs (up and down), one
pulse corresponding to going up one “step” or down one “step”. Both the inputs the value of
the step and the delay need to be fixed, and this adjustment is enabled by setting the
selector to “Active”.
13The minimum and maximum power factor reference terminals can be swapped and the limits reversed: the
minimum power factor for 100% of the analog input, and the maximum power factor for 0% of the analog input.
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• The limits of this reference should be fixed as required. In the screenshot below they are 1
and 0.8 (supplying reactive power as seen by the generator). The active limits should be
those of the alternator to keep the machine in its capability diagram, but also those fixed in
this page. In certain conditions, there can be a grid power factor reference limit without
actually being at the limit of this reference because the machine power factor reference is
active.
These reference limits define the light green area on the capability diagram in which the
reference can vary.
• It takes priority over all the other regulation modes that might be active.
• To enable field current regulation, select the activation type from the drop-down list. This can
be:
• Controlled by a digital input (DI1 to DI8).
• Always enabled by selecting “Always active”.
• If “None” is selected, field current regulation is never enabled or is enabled by a logic
gate.
• The home reference point is determined either by a fixed value in the “Internal setpoint”
tab, or by an analog input, the source, type and range of which need to be set in the
“Setpoint from analog input” tab.
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Note: This function is only possible if the home reference point is fixed.
• If the “Analog input” option is selected, the “Reference via analog input” part becomes
active. Select the desired analog input box, determine its mode (+/-10 V, 0/10 V, 4-20 mA,
potentiometer) and the values at 0% and 100%. 14
Note: By moving the cursor, it is possible to view the corresponding value of the field current
reference (blue line) on the graph located on the right of the shape.
• With a fixed reference, the reference can be adjusted with 2 inputs (up and down), one
pulse corresponding to going up one “step” or down one “step”. Both the inputs, the value of
the step and the delay need to be fixed, and this adjustment is enabled by setting the
selector to “Active”.
14The minimum and maximum field current reference terminals can be swapped: the minimum field current limit for
100% of the analog input, and the maximum field current for 0% of the analog input.
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Note: The “+” and “-” inputs are the same for all regulation modes.
• Set the various PID gains. Default values are always given in the fields.
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• If alternator operation requires various load steps, whether adding and/or shedding (standalone
operation or parallel machine operation), it may be a good idea to select the “negative forcing”.
This function is used to invert the voltage at the exciter field terminals briefly in order to
minimize the time to recover the rated voltage to the rated voltage.
Alternator voltage
Reference
Time
• If a shunt or AREP type field is being used, the power supply voltage depends directly on the
voltage at the alternator terminals. As a result, it can fluctuate with the load and therefore
influence the PID’s behavior. To compensate these fluctuations, it may be advisable to activate
the “VBus compensation” function. Below is an example of ramp starting with and without
compensation in the case of a shunt excitation:
Alternator voltage
Reference
With compensation
Without compensation
Time
• The analog inputs/outputs can be configured by defining the source, the configuration and the
0% and 100% values.
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For the curve function to work, the X and Y axis parameters need to be defined, as well as 5
points. These functions are active as soon as the curve is created.
The curve fields can be reset by clicking on the “Reset” button of each curve.
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Note: We can see that for a voltage value lower than the one defined at point “1” the power
reference is held at the value defined at point “1”. For a voltage value higher than the one
defined at point “5”, the reactive power reference is held at the value defined at point “5”.
• Field current reference as a function of the temperature measured at the stator (in our
example temperature 1). For a low temperature, increasing the field current is then
authorized.
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The parameter lists can be enlarged by clicking at the bottom right of the list and holding down
until the desired size:
TIP: To select a parameter more quickly, you can enter its first few letters in the drop-down list.
The type of gate can be changed by clicking on the relevant gate. A pop-up menu then appears:
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E1 E2 S
0 0 0
OR Binary 0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 1
E1 E2 S
0 0 0
Exclusive OR Binary 0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 0
O
Decimal E1 and E2 E1<E2 0
COMPARATOR
Binary O E1=E2 0
E1>E2 1
E1 E2 S
0 0 S
SET-RESET Binary 0 1 0
1 0 1
1 1 O
E1 E2 S
E1 Binary 0 0 0
COPY
E2 and S Decimal 0 E2 0
1 E2 E2
Decimal E1 and E2
ADDITION S = E1 + E2
S Decimal
Decimal E1 and E2
SUBSTRACTION S = E1 - E2
S Decimal
Decimal E1 and E2
MULTIPLICATION S = E1 x E2
S Decimal
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S = E1 / E2
Decimal E1 and E2
DIVISION
S Decimal S value is not changed
if E2 is null
Decimal E1 and E2
PERCENTAGE S = (E1/E2)*100
S Decimal
E1 Binary
E2 decimal (in S=1 if (E1=1 and tE2)
TEMPORIZATION
seconds) S=0 if E1=0 or t<E2
S Binary
The inputs and the output can be reversed in the case of AND, OR, EXCLUSIVE OR gates,
again using the gate pop-up menu. In this case a white circle symbolizes the reversal and the
gate equation is updated. Example below with the E1 input reversed on an AND gate:
A logic gate’s fields can be reset by using the gate pop-up menu and clicking “RESET”.
A help is available by clicking on the question mark, which brings up the truth table for the active
gate. This is an AND gate15.
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Note: The value of “User variable 1” depends on the voltage your field excitation
system can be provided by the residua magnetization. In our example we will put 10 V.
• VAr regulation for a load less than 10% of the rated power (connected to the grid): as
soon as the machine is connected to the grid, without a load being present, instabilities can
appear due to the stator current measurement interference. We therefore recommend kVAr
regulation if the active power is less than 10% of the alternator rated power.
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For each selected event, the corresponding counter will be increased anytime it appears. In case
of an event, the excitation current is recorded.
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The activation of DI1 leads the switching to the second configuration and its deactivation brings
the regulation back to the base configuration.
Reminder: The switch is only taken into account at the regulation starting. Any activation
or deactivation when the regulator is in operation will be ignored.
• Select the parameters which will be affected when switching to that second configuration. In
the example above, we define a new frequency knee at 58Hz, a new voltage setpoint at 480V
and the V/Hz slope is set to 1.5.
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The frequency, voltage and phase angle ranges must then be set. These must be complied with so
that connection can take place without damaging the machine.
The closing time of the circuit breaker between the alternator and the grid must also be configured.
This ensures that synchronization can be performed and completed before leaving of the
configured connection zone.
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The possible synchronization pulse remains active as long as the frequency difference and voltage
difference are in the range defined by the upper and lower limits. A signal should therefore be
provided for closing the grid connection contactor.
The frequency difference can be used to control an analog output to inform the genset controller (or
any other control device) that the driving system frequency needs to be increased or decreased. The
parameters should be set in the “I/O” page. An example for a frequency difference between -0.5 Hz
and +0.5 Hz is given below.
-10 V
Alternator slower than the grid Alternator faster than the grid
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It allows saving some parameters as well, as for example generator voltage measures, generator
current measures or internal angles.
This function is available when the option coder is mounted d and Easy Log module is wired.
5.2.17.1. Voltage support
This device is activated by selecting “Enable voltage support in PF mode”. A delay before
switching to voltage mode can be configured (in ms), as well as the voltage difference in
percentage of the rated grid voltage and the voltage difference in percentage of the rated grid
voltage.
These parameters allow the D550 to force the voltage regulation mode to support the grid by
absorbing the reactive power limited by the configured PQ profile (capability curve) or by
generating reactive power (with possible limitation) if the voltage measured at the alternator
terminals is outside the defined range. In the example below, there is a 10% difference:
Generator voltage measure
+10%
-10%
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The status of this monitoring can be affected to a logical output or used in a logical function.
Below an example with this fault addressed on DO2 in “Inputs/outputs” page.
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The measure of overcurrent is realized with a dedicated CT connected on “Grid code” CT input.
Values for the primary and the secondary have to be set in “Wiring” page. Hereunder is an
example with a coefficient set at “2".
Note: As the overcurrent is very fast, the fault status won’t be an auto reset fault.
The overcurrent status can be affected to an output or used in a logical function. Below, an
example with this fault affected on DO2 in “Inputs/outputs".
Maximum measure
8 times rated
This function is activated by selecting “Enable pole slipping detection” and giving values for the
different parameters:
• Alert angle value (in degrees)
• Maximum angle (in degrees)
• Encoder resolution (in points)
• Encoder offset
• Number of generator pole pairs
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The pole slipping status can be affected to an output or used in a logical function.
• Click on the “Run the comparison between the AVR and the file” button.
• The modified parameters appear in the list below.
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Note: This timer is only incremented every 10 minutes, and only if the voltage reference is
reached.
Excitation fault Faulty component or Replace the AVR Replace the AVR as described
opening of the field in section 6.4
excitation circuit
which caused a
voltage surge on the
transistor
24 VDC auxiliary supply External supply fault Replace the 24 VDC Stop the alternator and once the
fault power supply faulty power supply has been
replaced, restart the alternator
The AVR is not Microcontroller fault Replace the AVR Replace the AVR as described
responding (display in section 6.4
frozen, no
communication, etc.)
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The field excitation does Faulty starting input Switch control of Stop the alternator and once the
not start starting to another new settings have been entered,
input restart the alternator
The 24 VDC power Check that the AVR is Restart the alternator
supply is faulty powered up by looking
at power LED
Regulation of the power The active power is Use kVAr mode for low Change the AVR settings and
factor is unstable too low to have a load regulation (less restart the alternator
correct power factor than 10% of rated
measurement load)
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The automatic voltage regulators manufactured by LEROY-SOMER and KATO ENGINEERING have the
potential to save energy and (through increased machine/process efficiency) reduce raw material
consumption and scrap throughout their long working lifetime. In typical applications, these positive
environmental effects far outweigh the negative impacts of product manufacture and end-of-life disposal.
Nevertheless, when the products eventually reach the end of their useful life, they must not be discarded
but should instead be recycled by a specialist recycler of electronic equipment. Recyclers will find the
products easy to dismantle into their major component parts for efficient recycling. Many parts snap
together and can be separated without the use of tools, while other parts are secured with conventional
fasteners. Virtually all parts of the product are suitable for recycling.
Product packaging is of good quality and can be re-used. Large products are packed in wooden crates;
while smaller products come in strong cardboard cartons which themselves have high recycled fiber
content. If not re-used, these containers can be recycled. Polythene, used on the protective film and
bags for wrapping product, can be recycled in the same way. When you will be preparing to recycle or
dispose of any product or packaging, please observe local legislation and best practice.
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It is therefore necessary to modify the D550 wiring. The table below gives the permutations
depending on the wiring used.
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Field excitation
switched on? yes
Is field current
Field current
regulation yes
regulation
active?
no
Is the mains
yes
contactor closed?
Is grid PF
Grid PF
regulation yes
regulation
active?
no
Is kVAr
regulation yes kVAR regulation
no
active?
no
Machine PF
no
regulation
Is the voltage
match circuit yes Voltage match circuit
active?
no
Is voltage
regulation yes Voltage regulation
active?
no
Field current regulation
End
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D550 FIRMWARE – VERSION 1.2.7
D550 is a digital automatic voltage regulator (AVR) for 3 phase industrial alternators that provides
excitation current up to 7 A for SHUNT, permanent magnet (PMG) or AREP (auxiliary winding) excitation
types.
Release notes
New features
Improvements
Installation instructions
This new firmware can be uploaded directly to the D550 by using the EasyReg Advanced application.
Please contact technical support at service.epg@leroy-somer.com for further information.
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